| Formula / Notation | C6H12O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 108-10-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 100.16 |
| Melting Point | -120.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 243 to 244 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.802 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 1 to 5 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Methyl isobutyl ketone appears as a clear colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. Flash point 73 °F. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. |
| Also Known As | 4-methylpentan-2-one; 4-Methyl-2-pentanone; 4-Methylpentan-2-one; 108-10-1; Isopropylacetone; Isobutyl methyl ketone; Hexone; MIBK; 2-Pentanone, 4-methyl-; 2-Methyl-4-pentanone |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Methyl isobutyl ketone?
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK) can cause cancer according to California Labor Code. It can cause developmental toxicity according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 4-methylpentan-2-one
Other Names / Synonyms: 4-methylpentan-2-one; 4-Methyl-2-pentanone; 4-Methylpentan-2-one; 108-10-1; Isopropylacetone; Isobutyl methyl ketone; Hexone; MIBK; 2-Pentanone, 4-methyl-; 2-Methyl-4-pentanone
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -120.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 243 to 244 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.802 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 100.16 |
| Solubility | 1 to 5 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Methyl isobutyl ketone appears as a clear colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. Flash point 73 °F. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK) can cause cancer according to California Labor Code. It can cause developmental toxicity according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Methyl isobutyl ketone is: C6H12O